The biggest celebrity breakups of 2018
It's been a long year, you probably forgot a lot of these splits even happened
Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston
After a two-year marriage, Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston this past February. In a joint statement to the , the pair explained the separation was "mutual and lovingly made at the end of last year.”
Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka
Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka called it quits just 10 months after he with a $2 million ring in Aspen. Sources told that she realized he just wasn’t right for her.
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson
The romance of the year only last a few short months. Ariana and Pete first met on the set of "Saturday Night Live" in 2016, but in May 2018. Shortly after, they announced their engagement, but only 4 months later — which resulted in her hit song “.”
Ben Affleck and Lindsay Shookus
Affleck and his girlfriend of one year split in August after she reportedly couldn't handle his addiction issues. “It was very hard for her to break up with Ben, but she knew he wasn’t getting better and that it was time for her to step aside,” a source told .
Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump
In March of 2018, it was that first-son Donald Trump Jr. and his former-model wife, Vanessa Trump, had filed for divorce. The couple married in 2005, pre-Trump presidency, but since his father's arrival in the White House,
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan
One of the most surprising and devastating breakups of the year, Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan announced their on in early April. Both have reportedly moved onto other relationships, with Channing confirmed to be dating singer Jessie J.
Cassie and Diddy
After nearly 10 years together, Cassie and Diddy called it quits this year. Although neither has publicly commented on the breakup, Cassie's representative in October confirming the split, "They are indeed no longer together and haven't been for months."
Anderson East and Miranda Lambert
After splitting from ex-husband Blake Shelton in July of 2015, country star Miranda Lambert moved into a relationship with Anderson East. After two years of dating, confirmed that the couple called it quits in April.
Jenny Slate and Chris Evans
The on-again-off-again couple sadly called it quits for good in March of 2018. After reconciling in 2017 following a brief breakup, Evans confirmed the relationship was kaput in a March interview with .
Cardi B and Offset
Cardi B announced her split from Offset in shared on December 5. In the short clip, the rapper said that the couple decided to go their separate ways but will still work together to be good parents to their. Just a few days later, the Migos rapper took to to share that he "missed Cardi" after she changed her "Motorsport" lyrics to "I told him the other day/Yeah, we gon' get a divorce," .
Josh Stancil and Chrissy Metz
Needing some time on her own, the "This is Us" actress announced her split from boyfriend Josh Stancil in an interview with in late March.
Scott Phillips and Julie Bowen
"Modern Family's" Julie Bowen and husband, real estate investor Scott Phillips, this past February after thirteen years of marriage. The now-exes share three children together.
Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff
The actress and musician in January after more than five years together.
Anderson Cooper and Benjamin Maisani
In March, Anderson Cooper and longtime Benjamin Maisani called it quits. After a nine-year relationship, the CNN host released a saying: “Benjamin and I separated as boyfriends some time ago. We are still family to each other and love each other very much.”
Sarah Silverman and Michael Sheen
In February, the Grammy-nominated comedienne announced her "conscious uncoupling" with British actor Michael Sheen. True to form, Silverman comically : "The great @michaelsheen & I consciously uncoupled over Christmas. I mean, not 'over Christmas' - like that wasn't the fight that ended it. No fight. We just live in different countries & it got hard."
Jacinta Kuznetsov and Jonathan Scott
The "Property Brothers" star announced his separation from longtime girlfriend Jacinta Kuznetsov with a heartfelt on April 6.
Usher and Grace Miguel
Usher and his wife of two years, Grace Miguel, separated this past March. In a joint statement to , the former couple said: “We remain deeply connected, loving friends who will continue supporting each other through the next phases of our lives. The enormous amount of love and respect that we have for each other will only increase as we move forward.”
Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima
Kourtney Kardashian’s most serious relationship since breaking up with Scott Disick was with French model, Younes Bendjimin. The duo were first spotted together in May 2017, and he was often photographed hanging out with Kourtney’s three kids. In summer 2018, their became headline news when Younes began commenting shady things on Kourtney’s photos and was seen with other girls.
Elon Musk and Amber Heard
In February, it was that Elon Musk and Amber Heard were splitting up for the second time following a brief relationship reconciliation in December of 2017. According to , the timing just wasn't right for the business mogul and Hollywood actress.
Christopher Jarecki and Alicia Silverstone
In late February, Alicia Silverstone and husband rock musician Christopher Jarecki ended their two-year marriage. Despite sharing two decades and son Bear, reported that the split was mutual and amicable.
Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole
After almost three years together, Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole announced that they had gone their separate ways in June. The two share a son named Bear, who was born in 2017.
Alessandra Ambrosio and Jamie Mazur
Victoria's Secret Angel in March of this year. The pair had previously been engaged for ten years.
Daniel Christopher Allison and Monica Potter
"Parenthood's" Monica Potter filed for divorce from husband, orthopedic surgeon Daniel Christopher Allison, in February of this year. The pair tied the knot in 2005, share a 12-year-old daughter, Molly, and split due to “irreconcilable differences," according to .
Danny Amendola and Olivia Culpo
In an interview with at the end of March, Olivia Culpo confirmed the rumors of her breakup from Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola. "We are broken up," the fashion influencer . "But it's still so fresh for me, I don't really feel comfortable talking about it."
Minka Kelly and Jesse Williams
The actors split in January after several months of dating.
Dave Abrams and Jennie Garth
In April, "Beverly Hills, 90210" alum Jennie Garth's husband Dave Abrams after three years of marriage.
Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane
After being married for fourteen years, Rebecca Gayheart from "Grey's Anatomy" alum (McSteamy) Eric Dane this past February. Citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split, reported that the 46-year-old actress is requesting joint legal and physical custody of the couple’s two young daughters, Billie and Georgia.
Stephen Campbell Moore and Claire Foy
Closing a four-year marriage, "The Crown's" Claire Foy from husband Stephen Campbell Moore. "We have separated and have been for some time," she explained to "We do however continue as great friends with the utmost respect for one another."
Ruth Negga and Dominic Cooper
According to reports, Ruth Negga and Dominic Cooper have split up after eight years together. According to , an insider says the pair is "moving on" but plans to "remain friends."
Ruby Rose and Jess Origliasso
On April 1, Ruby Rose announced that her relationship with The Veronicas singer Jess Origliasso was over. The "Orange is the New Black" star officially confirmed the split by : "It's with a heavy heart to share that Jess and I parted ways a few months ago. We still love each other very much, and I will always support her and be her biggest advocate."
Jessica Andrea and Logic
Rapper Logic recently split from Jessica Andrea, his wife of two years. According to , the 28-year-old rapper (born Sir Robert Bryson Hall II) and the 25-year-old vlogger have not yet officially filed legal divorce documents, though the breakup news hit the media in March.
Brooklyn Beckham and Chloë Grace Moretz
The young couple never announced their split officially, but Beckham was recently spotted —so we're inferring that the American actress is out of the picture.
Amber Rose and 21 Savage
In March, the pair raised brows when they and purged their respective social media pages of all relationship photos. Later that month, Amber confirmed the breakup rumors in .
Halsey and G-Eazy
G-Eazy and Halsey have been on again, off again since 2017. The couple first called in quits back in July. “G-Eazy and I are taking some time apart,” Halsey on Instagram. They reconciled a few months later but split again for good in October.
Nas and Nicki Minaj
Twitter all but exploded with relationship buzz when Nicki Minaj and Nas in May of last year. But come 2018, the rapper pair .
Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston
After a two-year marriage, Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston this past February. In a joint statement to the , the pair explained the separation was "mutual and lovingly made at the end of last year.”
Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka
Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka called it quits just 10 months after he with a $2 million ring in Aspen. Sources told that she realized he just wasn’t right for her.
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson
The romance of the year only last a few short months. Ariana and Pete first met on the set of "Saturday Night Live" in 2016, but in May 2018. Shortly after, they announced their engagement, but only 4 months later — which resulted in her hit song “.”
Ben Affleck and Lindsay Shookus
Affleck and his girlfriend of one year split in August after she reportedly couldn't handle his addiction issues. “It was very hard for her to break up with Ben, but she knew he wasn’t getting better and that it was time for her to step aside,” a source told .
Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump
In March of 2018, it was that first-son Donald Trump Jr. and his former-model wife, Vanessa Trump, had filed for divorce. The couple married in 2005, pre-Trump presidency, but since his father's arrival in the White House,
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan
One of the most surprising and devastating breakups of the year, Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan announced their on in early April. Both have reportedly moved onto other relationships, with Channing confirmed to be dating singer Jessie J.
Cassie and Diddy
After nearly 10 years together, Cassie and Diddy called it quits this year. Although neither has publicly commented on the breakup, Cassie's representative in October confirming the split, "They are indeed no longer together and haven't been for months."
Anderson East and Miranda Lambert
After splitting from ex-husband Blake Shelton in July of 2015, country star Miranda Lambert moved into a relationship with Anderson East. After two years of dating, confirmed that the couple called it quits in April.
Jenny Slate and Chris Evans
The on-again-off-again couple sadly called it quits for good in March of 2018. After reconciling in 2017 following a brief breakup, Evans confirmed the relationship was kaput in a March interview with .
Cardi B and Offset
Cardi B announced her split from Offset in shared on December 5. In the short clip, the rapper said that the couple decided to go their separate ways but will still work together to be good parents to their. Just a few days later, the Migos rapper took to to share that he "missed Cardi" after she changed her "Motorsport" lyrics to "I told him the other day/Yeah, we gon' get a divorce," .
Josh Stancil and Chrissy Metz
Needing some time on her own, the "This is Us" actress announced her split from boyfriend Josh Stancil in an interview with in late March.
Scott Phillips and Julie Bowen
"Modern Family's" Julie Bowen and husband, real estate investor Scott Phillips, this past February after thirteen years of marriage. The now-exes share three children together.
Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff
The actress and musician in January after more than five years together.
Anderson Cooper and Benjamin Maisani
In March, Anderson Cooper and longtime Benjamin Maisani called it quits. After a nine-year relationship, the CNN host released a saying: “Benjamin and I separated as boyfriends some time ago. We are still family to each other and love each other very much.”
Sarah Silverman and Michael Sheen
In February, the Grammy-nominated comedienne announced her "conscious uncoupling" with British actor Michael Sheen. True to form, Silverman comically : "The great @michaelsheen & I consciously uncoupled over Christmas. I mean, not 'over Christmas' - like that wasn't the fight that ended it. No fight. We just live in different countries & it got hard."
Jacinta Kuznetsov and Jonathan Scott
The "Property Brothers" star announced his separation from longtime girlfriend Jacinta Kuznetsov with a heartfelt on April 6.
Usher and Grace Miguel
Usher and his wife of two years, Grace Miguel, separated this past March. In a joint statement to , the former couple said: “We remain deeply connected, loving friends who will continue supporting each other through the next phases of our lives. The enormous amount of love and respect that we have for each other will only increase as we move forward.”
Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima
Kourtney Kardashian’s most serious relationship since breaking up with Scott Disick was with French model, Younes Bendjimin. The duo were first spotted together in May 2017, and he was often photographed hanging out with Kourtney’s three kids. In summer 2018, their became headline news when Younes began commenting shady things on Kourtney’s photos and was seen with other girls.
Elon Musk and Amber Heard
In February, it was that Elon Musk and Amber Heard were splitting up for the second time following a brief relationship reconciliation in December of 2017. According to , the timing just wasn't right for the business mogul and Hollywood actress.
Christopher Jarecki and Alicia Silverstone
In late February, Alicia Silverstone and husband rock musician Christopher Jarecki ended their two-year marriage. Despite sharing two decades and son Bear, reported that the split was mutual and amicable.
Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole
After almost three years together, Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole announced that they had gone their separate ways in June. The two share a son named Bear, who was born in 2017.
Alessandra Ambrosio and Jamie Mazur
Victoria's Secret Angel in March of this year. The pair had previously been engaged for ten years.
Daniel Christopher Allison and Monica Potter
"Parenthood's" Monica Potter filed for divorce from husband, orthopedic surgeon Daniel Christopher Allison, in February of this year. The pair tied the knot in 2005, share a 12-year-old daughter, Molly, and split due to “irreconcilable differences," according to .
Danny Amendola and Olivia Culpo
In an interview with at the end of March, Olivia Culpo confirmed the rumors of her breakup from Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola. "We are broken up," the fashion influencer . "But it's still so fresh for me, I don't really feel comfortable talking about it."
Minka Kelly and Jesse Williams
The actors split in January after several months of dating.
Dave Abrams and Jennie Garth
In April, "Beverly Hills, 90210" alum Jennie Garth's husband Dave Abrams after three years of marriage.
Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane
After being married for fourteen years, Rebecca Gayheart from "Grey's Anatomy" alum (McSteamy) Eric Dane this past February. Citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split, reported that the 46-year-old actress is requesting joint legal and physical custody of the couple’s two young daughters, Billie and Georgia.
Stephen Campbell Moore and Claire Foy
Closing a four-year marriage, "The Crown's" Claire Foy from husband Stephen Campbell Moore. "We have separated and have been for some time," she explained to "We do however continue as great friends with the utmost respect for one another."
Ruth Negga and Dominic Cooper
According to reports, Ruth Negga and Dominic Cooper have split up after eight years together. According to , an insider says the pair is "moving on" but plans to "remain friends."
Ruby Rose and Jess Origliasso
On April 1, Ruby Rose announced that her relationship with The Veronicas singer Jess Origliasso was over. The "Orange is the New Black" star officially confirmed the split by : "It's with a heavy heart to share that Jess and I parted ways a few months ago. We still love each other very much, and I will always support her and be her biggest advocate."
Jessica Andrea and Logic
Rapper Logic recently split from Jessica Andrea, his wife of two years. According to , the 28-year-old rapper (born Sir Robert Bryson Hall II) and the 25-year-old vlogger have not yet officially filed legal divorce documents, though the breakup news hit the media in March.
Brooklyn Beckham and Chloë Grace Moretz
The young couple never announced their split officially, but Beckham was recently spotted —so we're inferring that the American actress is out of the picture.
Amber Rose and 21 Savage
In March, the pair raised brows when they and purged their respective social media pages of all relationship photos. Later that month, Amber confirmed the breakup rumors in .
Halsey and G-Eazy
G-Eazy and Halsey have been on again, off again since 2017. The couple first called in quits back in July. “G-Eazy and I are taking some time apart,” Halsey on Instagram. They reconciled a few months later but split again for good in October.
Nas and Nicki Minaj
Twitter all but exploded with relationship buzz when Nicki Minaj and Nas in May of last year. But come 2018, the rapper pair .
Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston
After a two-year marriage, Justin Theroux and Jennifer Aniston this past February. In a joint statement to the , the pair explained the separation was "mutual and lovingly made at the end of last year.”
Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka
Paris Hilton and Chris Zylka called it quits just 10 months after he with a $2 million ring in Aspen. Sources told that she realized he just wasn’t right for her.
Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson
The romance of the year only last a few short months. Ariana and Pete first met on the set of "Saturday Night Live" in 2016, but in May 2018. Shortly after, they announced their engagement, but only 4 months later — which resulted in her hit song “.”
Ben Affleck and Lindsay Shookus
Affleck and his girlfriend of one year split in August after she reportedly couldn't handle his addiction issues. “It was very hard for her to break up with Ben, but she knew he wasn’t getting better and that it was time for her to step aside,” a source told .
Donald Trump Jr. and Vanessa Trump
In March of 2018, it was that first-son Donald Trump Jr. and his former-model wife, Vanessa Trump, had filed for divorce. The couple married in 2005, pre-Trump presidency, but since his father's arrival in the White House,
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan
One of the most surprising and devastating breakups of the year, Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan announced their on in early April. Both have reportedly moved onto other relationships, with Channing confirmed to be dating singer Jessie J.
Cassie and Diddy
After nearly 10 years together, Cassie and Diddy called it quits this year. Although neither has publicly commented on the breakup, Cassie's representative in October confirming the split, "They are indeed no longer together and haven't been for months."
Anderson East and Miranda Lambert
After splitting from ex-husband Blake Shelton in July of 2015, country star Miranda Lambert moved into a relationship with Anderson East. After two years of dating, confirmed that the couple called it quits in April.
Jenny Slate and Chris Evans
The on-again-off-again couple sadly called it quits for good in March of 2018. After reconciling in 2017 following a brief breakup, Evans confirmed the relationship was kaput in a March interview with .
Cardi B and Offset
Cardi B announced her split from Offset in shared on December 5. In the short clip, the rapper said that the couple decided to go their separate ways but will still work together to be good parents to their. Just a few days later, the Migos rapper took to to share that he "missed Cardi" after she changed her "Motorsport" lyrics to "I told him the other day/Yeah, we gon' get a divorce," .
Josh Stancil and Chrissy Metz
Needing some time on her own, the "This is Us" actress announced her split from boyfriend Josh Stancil in an interview with in late March.
Scott Phillips and Julie Bowen
"Modern Family's" Julie Bowen and husband, real estate investor Scott Phillips, this past February after thirteen years of marriage. The now-exes share three children together.
Lena Dunham and Jack Antonoff
The actress and musician in January after more than five years together.
Anderson Cooper and Benjamin Maisani
In March, Anderson Cooper and longtime Benjamin Maisani called it quits. After a nine-year relationship, the CNN host released a saying: “Benjamin and I separated as boyfriends some time ago. We are still family to each other and love each other very much.”
Sarah Silverman and Michael Sheen
In February, the Grammy-nominated comedienne announced her "conscious uncoupling" with British actor Michael Sheen. True to form, Silverman comically : "The great @michaelsheen & I consciously uncoupled over Christmas. I mean, not 'over Christmas' - like that wasn't the fight that ended it. No fight. We just live in different countries & it got hard."
Jacinta Kuznetsov and Jonathan Scott
The "Property Brothers" star announced his separation from longtime girlfriend Jacinta Kuznetsov with a heartfelt on April 6.
Usher and Grace Miguel
Usher and his wife of two years, Grace Miguel, separated this past March. In a joint statement to , the former couple said: “We remain deeply connected, loving friends who will continue supporting each other through the next phases of our lives. The enormous amount of love and respect that we have for each other will only increase as we move forward.”
Kourtney Kardashian and Younes Bendjima
Kourtney Kardashian’s most serious relationship since breaking up with Scott Disick was with French model, Younes Bendjimin. The duo were first spotted together in May 2017, and he was often photographed hanging out with Kourtney’s three kids. In summer 2018, their became headline news when Younes began commenting shady things on Kourtney’s photos and was seen with other girls.
Elon Musk and Amber Heard
In February, it was that Elon Musk and Amber Heard were splitting up for the second time following a brief relationship reconciliation in December of 2017. According to , the timing just wasn't right for the business mogul and Hollywood actress.
Christopher Jarecki and Alicia Silverstone
In late February, Alicia Silverstone and husband rock musician Christopher Jarecki ended their two-year marriage. Despite sharing two decades and son Bear, reported that the split was mutual and amicable.
Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole
After almost three years together, Liam Payne and Cheryl Cole announced that they had gone their separate ways in June. The two share a son named Bear, who was born in 2017.
Alessandra Ambrosio and Jamie Mazur
Victoria's Secret Angel in March of this year. The pair had previously been engaged for ten years.
Daniel Christopher Allison and Monica Potter
"Parenthood's" Monica Potter filed for divorce from husband, orthopedic surgeon Daniel Christopher Allison, in February of this year. The pair tied the knot in 2005, share a 12-year-old daughter, Molly, and split due to “irreconcilable differences," according to .
Danny Amendola and Olivia Culpo
In an interview with at the end of March, Olivia Culpo confirmed the rumors of her breakup from Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola. "We are broken up," the fashion influencer . "But it's still so fresh for me, I don't really feel comfortable talking about it."
Minka Kelly and Jesse Williams
The actors split in January after several months of dating.
Dave Abrams and Jennie Garth
In April, "Beverly Hills, 90210" alum Jennie Garth's husband Dave Abrams after three years of marriage.
Rebecca Gayheart and Eric Dane
After being married for fourteen years, Rebecca Gayheart from "Grey's Anatomy" alum (McSteamy) Eric Dane this past February. Citing "irreconcilable differences" as the reason for the split, reported that the 46-year-old actress is requesting joint legal and physical custody of the couple’s two young daughters, Billie and Georgia.
Stephen Campbell Moore and Claire Foy
Closing a four-year marriage, "The Crown's" Claire Foy from husband Stephen Campbell Moore. "We have separated and have been for some time," she explained to "We do however continue as great friends with the utmost respect for one another."
Ruth Negga and Dominic Cooper
According to reports, Ruth Negga and Dominic Cooper have split up after eight years together. According to , an insider says the pair is "moving on" but plans to "remain friends."
Ruby Rose and Jess Origliasso
On April 1, Ruby Rose announced that her relationship with The Veronicas singer Jess Origliasso was over. The "Orange is the New Black" star officially confirmed the split by : "It's with a heavy heart to share that Jess and I parted ways a few months ago. We still love each other very much, and I will always support her and be her biggest advocate."
Jessica Andrea and Logic
Rapper Logic recently split from Jessica Andrea, his wife of two years. According to , the 28-year-old rapper (born Sir Robert Bryson Hall II) and the 25-year-old vlogger have not yet officially filed legal divorce documents, though the breakup news hit the media in March.
Brooklyn Beckham and Chloë Grace Moretz
The young couple never announced their split officially, but Beckham was recently spotted —so we're inferring that the American actress is out of the picture.
Amber Rose and 21 Savage
In March, the pair raised brows when they and purged their respective social media pages of all relationship photos. Later that month, Amber confirmed the breakup rumors in .
Halsey and G-Eazy
G-Eazy and Halsey have been on again, off again since 2017. The couple first called in quits back in July. “G-Eazy and I are taking some time apart,” Halsey on Instagram. They reconciled a few months later but split again for good in October.
Nas and Nicki Minaj
Twitter all but exploded with relationship buzz when Nicki Minaj and Nas in May of last year. But come 2018, the rapper pair .
It's been a long year, you probably forgot a lot of these splits even happened
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It's been a year full of surprising celebrity engagements, weddings and, sadly, breakups. From Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux's unexpected divorce announcement to the end of Cassie and Diddy's 10-year relationship and a whirlwind engagement between Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson, 2018 delivered a series of A-list splits. As the year comes to an end, take a look back at all the biggest celebrity breakups.